Wind upon the waters, rains upon the sand,

grace your sons and daughters, newborn by your hand.

Come, O Spirit, and renew all the life that comes from you,

send your winds upon the waters of my soul.

(Marty Haugen)

Thanks to the community of folks who tend the garden!

Remember concentrating on something that led you to a feeling of accomplishment? And an activity that helped you remember words that you had not thought about for ….. years??!!!  

Joyce O’Shea and Caroline Ory Thompson are seen below enjoying a weekly meeting of the minds. An idea took root recently that perhaps there are others in our congregation that would enjoy the challenge of Scrabble with one of the most literate of our congregation: Joyce! She has a PhD in English, and Joyce has graciously given new words for scrabble to Caroline and Natalie during the games over the past couple of months. 

If you like the idea of meeting with some friends to play various games to stimulate your mind, talk with us and perhaps we can have Backgammon, Rummikub, Hearts, or other board games that appeal to you on a regular basis at the educational building. We are up for increasing the participants; and by the way, there are always snacks to go along with the activity!!! 

A Few Spots Left for Sewing Camp: June 19-23

First Christian Church is offering a sewing class for teens and adults this summer. Join us to learn how to safely use a sewing machine, sew buttons, hem, select fabric and thread: while making fun projects. Everything required for the class will be provided. You can bring your own

portable sewing machine or one will be provided. Sign up asap as space is limited. Sign up using the online form linked below.

Where: First Christian Church, 305 E. Charles St, Hammond, LA

When: June 19 - 23, 9am - noon

Cost: $10.00 (Equipment and supplies provided)

For more info, contact Camp Director at fosterscorner@yahoo.com

Music Camp has been canceled for this summer.

Listen to Recent Sermons

CALENDAR  --Sunday, June 4th, 10 am Sunday School; 11 am Worship with Rev. Zac Ritchie preaching on Romans 12:1-2, "Renewing Our Minds."

WEEKLY EVENTS

--Options, Mon-Fri 8am-3pm 

--New Beginnings AA, Mon 7pm

--Options Music, Wed 10am

--Book Study, Wed 6pm

--Bridge, Thurs 1pm - 4pm

--Choir, Thurs 5pm

IMPORTANT

--Congregational Meeting - June 18 at noon

At the special board meeting called on Wed, May 24, the Search Team recommended to the FCC Board that Rev. Sam Hubbard be considered for our Part-Time Minister position. The board unanimously approved the recommendation. The congregation will have the final vote on June 18 following the worship service. If approved, Rev. Sam would begin serving on July 9th.

--Roof work will begin on June 12 on the outside classrooms where Options meets and will continue on all the buildings at FCC for at least two weeks depending on the weather.

Preachers for June

June 4: Rev. Zac Ritchie

June 11: Rev. BJ Tapley

June 18: Rev. Bonnie Simerly

June 25: Rev. Jarrett Banks

A celebration of life took place on May 31st at Honaker Funeral Home, 1751 Gause Boulevard West Slidell, LA

Please pray for: 

those affected by natural disaster & violence; for Ukraine, all those suffering fear and loss, their families and friends;

Special prayers for

Jeff and Alyssa Dickey in the death of Jeff's mother, Wilma; Kimberly Inman; Allen & Lori Lloyd; Luceia's sister Lee; Family and Friends of Louis Gallo: Family and Friends of Zoe Aguilar (mother of Pat Helton); Family and Friends of Barbara Price; Family and Friends of Pat Marvin; Eileen Davis; Ryan Boudreaux; Ray Bartlett; Lisa Annina Newton and her family; Irene Umbach; Sally Brooks and Andy Seneca; Michael Ruggia; Greg Drude; Families of Coby and Jenell Calmes Manuel; Larry Gray; Naomi Neuenschwander; Maddix Vicknair; Baby John Adam and family; Dominic Terrase; Brett Bass; Rev. Tapley's mother, Jody; Christine Delmas; Pastor Angie and Family; Ashley Daussat Director; Jody Hebert; Rev. Betty and her sister, Margaret; Rev. Bonnie Simerly; Infant Avery Grace Gambel and parents Ryan and Laurel; Jody Revader; Jim and Eileen Davis; 

Gene Auletto; Angel Blanchard; Erica Blanchard; Mary Beth & Kent Carroll; Belford Carver; Chip Davis; Jane Eubanks; the Felder Family; Debbie & Ricky Henagan; Mel King; Ruby Lloyd; Ben & Debbi Nichols; Mahaya Powers; Travis Springer; Laura Thomas; Keith Williams. 

Prayers also for the Family and Friends of those who have died in the past year including Lowell Bauers; Richard Dickey; Clara Carpenter; Jerry Voorhees; Cheryl Brothers; Phelan Bright; Larry Delmas; Richard Wronkoski; Courtney Allen Ridgedell; Kevin Wolf; Val Boudreaux; Joan Carver; Ulrich Kretzer.

All affected by violence and natural disasters; those living with food scarcity; reconciliation within families and communities; the world’s refugees; those struggling with depression or addictions; our military and their families; our national, state, local and civic leaders; all those living, working and caring for those in nursing homes; our Options friends; Rev. Dr. Nadine Burton and the clergy, staff and congregations of the Great River Region, especially Northshore Disciples Just Love Your Neighbor.

PROPERTY UPDATE:



Windows: The work on the windows in the sanctuary has been completed. Thank you to those folks who have given money to help with replacing the cathedral glass. And thank you to those who have cleaned the dust and broken glass left behind after the extensive work. We were fortunate to have a stained glass company out of Baton Rouge who was willing to tackle the job.

Roof: The work on the roof (all three!) will begin June 12 if the weather cooperates. Green Roof Construction has been selected to do the job. The process for replacing the roof should take about a two - three weeks. Be prepared for a little disruption to the FCC Campus, but it will be worth it.

Community Events

FUMC Hammond, Along with Wing and a Prayer/Leap of Faith Productions, Invites You to Participate in this Summer's Performance of "Fiddler on the Roof!"

Anyone at least 5 years old can be in this show. There are NO AUDITIONS! All are welcome!

Rehearsals are at First United Methodist Church in Hammond in the Sanctuary - Contact Becki Bradford at FUMC for info.

Green Reminders: THIS WEEKEND 

GLASS RECYCLING: If you would like to keep your glass bottles out of the landfill, bring them to church on Sunday, June 4th washed and without lids. You can leave the labels on. Gina will bring them to Glass Half Full in New Orleans where they will turn your glass bottles into sandbags.